2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |